LidLoop
Recycling Coffee Lids into Creative Possibilities

LidLoop is an innovative recycling initiative designed to reduce waste in our everyday coffee routine. By placing collection boxes inside coffee shops, we aim to collect used coffee lids and recycle them into high-quality 3D printer filament, turning everyday waste into creative resources.

How it works?

Collect: Our LidLoop collection boxes are placed in participating coffee shops, where customers can drop off their used coffee lids.

Recycle: We take those collected lids and process them into 3D printer filament, transforming waste into something useful.

Resupply: The recycled filament is then made available for makers and creators, closing the loop on waste and offering a sustainable material source.

Reduce Coffee Waste: Coffee lids are commonly discarded after single use, contributing to plastic pollution. LidLoop aims to collect and recycle these lids, keeping them out of landfills.

Sustainability for Makers: By recycling coffee lids into 3D printer filament, we provide a sustainable, eco-friendly alternative to traditional filament.

Simple and Effective: With LidLoop, reducing plastic waste is as easy as tossing your coffee lid into our collection box the next time you grab a cup.

Drop Your Lids: If you’re enjoying coffee at a participating shop, simply drop your used lid into the LidLoop collection box.

Spread the Word: Share the LidLoop initiative with friends, coffee shops, and makerspaces to help us grow the movement.

Support Sustainable Filament: When you purchase recycled filament made from coffee lids, you’re supporting a more sustainable 3D printing industry.


We’re excited to have launched LidLoop at Camino Coffee in Gilroy, where coffee lovers can make a positive environmental impact simply by disposing of their lids in our box. With the support of our local community, we’re reducing plastic waste one coffee lid at a time.


Interested in hosting LidLoop at your coffee shop? 

Contact us today to join the movement and help turn everyday waste into sustainable resources.

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